English Teacher

TeacherActive Limited.; London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teacher Active is recruiting a permanent English Teacher for a vibrant, inclusive secondary school in the heart of London. The role focuses on KS3 and KS4, building strong literacy and a love of English.

We seek an enthusiastic educator with QTS, excellent communication, and a collaborative mindset ready to contribute to a dynamic English department and safeguarding practices.

Qualifications

• A passion for teaching English and inspiring young learners.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to tailor engaging lessons for Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Willingness to collaborate with colleagues within the department.

Responsibilities

• Teach Key Stage 3 and 4 English to develop literacy and love for the language.
• Create engaging, curriculum-aligned lesson plans and assessments.
• Contribute to department planning and professional development.

Skills

Passion for English teaching

Strong communication

Engaging lesson planning

Classroom management basics

Collegial collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Teacher Active is recruiting for a permanent teacher at a vibrant and inclusive secondary school located in the heart of London. They are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated English Teacher to join our English department. This position focuses on teaching Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, helping them develop strong literacy skills and a love for the English language.

Position: English Teacher- QTS

Department: English and Literature

Education Stage: Secondary (Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4)

Skills and Qualifications:

• A passion for teaching English and inspiring young learners
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans tailored to Key Stage 3 and 4 curriculum requirements
• Basic understanding of classroom management techniques
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and collaborate with colleagues within the department

Values and Attitudes:

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and supported
• Enthusiasm for promoting literacy as a foundation for lifelong learning
• Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude towards challenges in the classroom setting
• Dedication to professional development and continuous improvement as an educator

This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals continuing or starting their teaching career or looking to gain experience in secondary education.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.